California · Probate Code

PROB §19051: The notice shall be given before expiration of the later of the following times: (a) Four months after the first publication of notice under Section 19040.

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A notice must be given no later than four months after the first publication of notice under Section 19040, whichever deadline is later.

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The notice shall be given before expiration of the later of the following times: (a) Four months after the first publication of notice under Section 19040. (b) Thirty days after the trustee first has knowledge of the creditor.

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